Kano Man Arrested Over Alleged Attempt to Smuggle Cannabis Into Kurmawa Prison

The Kano State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service has arrested a 40-year-old man for allegedly trying to throw suspected cannabis into the Medium Security Custial Centre in Kurmawa. The command said the incident happened around noon on Sunday. Officers of the Armed Squad Unit reportedly apprehended the suspect after responding to the attempted smuggling. The suspect has been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for investigation. The correctional service said it would continue strengthening security to prevent prohibited items from entering custodial centres.

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